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S03E23 | Damien Thomlinson - Part 1. From coastie life, to joining up, to 'that' day in Afghanistan
In Part 1, we sit down with Damien Thomlinson, former 2nd Commando Regiment soldier, to explore the early chapters of his journey—from his upbringing and decision to join the Australian Defence Force, through to earning his place in one of the military’s most elite units.
Damien shares what drove him to serve, the realities of Commando life, and the mindset required to operate in some of the most demanding environments imaginable. The episode builds toward “that” day in Afghanistan in 2009, when an IED blast would change his life forever.
This is a raw and honest conversation that sets the foundation for a story of resilience, identity, and what it takes to face life-altering adversity head-on.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
- Damien’s journey from civilian life to becoming a Commando
- The demands and realities of special operations
- The mindset required to operate in high-risk environments
- The events leading up to the life-changing incident in Afghanistan
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